East Dallas is the city's original streetcar quarter, where century-old porches and new lofts share the blocks just east of downtown. Munger Place holds one of the nation's largest concentrations of Prairie-style homes, and Swiss Avenue's mansion-lined boulevard is a shady stroll away. Jimmy's Food Store has been stacking its legendary Italian subs on Bryan Street since 1966, while Ross Avenue hums with taquerias, coffee shops, and old-school dives. Deep Ellum's live music and Lower Greenville's patios each sit just minutes away. The DART Green Line at Baylor makes downtown a two-stop hop. Exall Park adds tennis courts, a pool, and skyline views. For renters who want historic character and close-to-everything energy at downtown's eastern edge, East Dallas is the original neighborhood with plenty of life left in it.
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Closest DART rail is Baylor University Medical Center, ≈1 miles — park & ride for game days, the airport, and downtown nights. Day to day, this is car country and the parking is easy.
Space for the money and quiet streets are the deal here — the trade is that most errands and nights out mean driving. Know which trade you want before you tour.
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Coffee roastery in Old East Dallas with takeout service.
No-frills Old East Dallas taqueria open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with tacos served counter-style all day.
Old East Dallas neighborhood mainstay serving French-American cuisine in a chic setting with live piano.
Bryan Place city park with a playground, sports fields, walking trails, picnic grills, and an indoor recreation center.
Jimmy's Food Store is a neighborhood institution in Lower Greenville stocking imported Italian staples, fresh produce, and a strong selection of wines—plus prepared foods,…
Mexican restaurant in Old East Dallas with delivery, serving local specialties at breakfast and lunch.
For renters who want historic character and close-to-everything energy at downtown's eastern edge, East Dallas is the original neighborhood with plenty of life left in it.— Cities4Rent Neighborhood Guide
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